Published on August 20, 2026

Why This Decision Matters As I near the finish line of writing The Secret Life of Jacqueline, I face a final decision—one that may shape this book’s future as much as any chapter I have written. Should I pursue a traditional publishing contract, or should I publish independently through BookLocker, as I have with my […]
Published on August 20, 2026
Paying Markets for Writers, welcomes new writers

“Jack and Jill is an award-winning magazine for children ages 6-12. It promotes the healthy educational and creative growth of children through interactive activities and articles. The pages are designed to spark a child’s curiosity in a wide range of topics through articles, games, and activities.” Welcomes new writers. Pays on publication. Publishes ms several months after acceptance. Buys all rights. No reprints. Responds in 3 months.
Pays $0.25/word.
Published on August 19, 2026
author scams, book marketing, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

REAL book clubs never charge authors fees!!!
Published on August 19, 2026
author scams, legal, Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, Publishing Scams, social media, traditional publishing, writing scams

You would not BELIEVE how many authors are falling for this scam!
Published on August 19, 2026

Bloodthirsty insects, scary birds, and a swaying camper! Whoo hoo!!!
Published on August 12, 2026
CONGRATS to Elizabeth Fuller for being the first to correctly answer this week’s question: Stalker and Scammers! According to this week’s issue, name one reason why Angela does not give out her phone number. ***Please answer the trivia question using our contact form HERE. Do not post your answer in the comments section below. THIS […]
Published on August 12, 2026
diversify your writing income, Paying Markets for Writers, specialty markets for writing

Football, bowling, skiing, triathlons, refereeing, horseracing, paddling, and more!
Published on August 11, 2026
book marketing, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, social media

Having an online presence is important. But if you spread yourself out too thin trying to be seen everywhere, you may not successfully build the following you want.
Published on August 11, 2026
author, legal, social media, writing career advice

I had to give away everything I owned, and I disappeared for eight years.
Published on August 11, 2026
author, legal, Print on demand, self-publishing, social media, writing career advice

Boundary breakers, death threats, and stalkers. OH MY!